With more than 70 schools offering costume design instruction, what makes such a program stand out? Is it the proximity to film studios and theaters in the major entertainment hubs of L.A., London and New York? The variety of courses, from historical design to 3D fabric printing, or simply a well-rounded curriculum? Or is it the chance to network with award-winning alums and industry insiders, coupled with portfolio development and postgrad job placement?
Whatever the consideration, students, as soon-to-be narrative storytellers, face an ever-changing field with digital design technology at the forefront as the industry tries to figure out what to do with the practice of artificial intelligence. As Bill Brewer, Uncsa’s co-director of the Costume Design & Technology program, notes, “We believe that because we tell stories about the human condition, our industry will continue to rely on the artistry of humans.” Scad is also addressing AI, with workshops...
Whatever the consideration, students, as soon-to-be narrative storytellers, face an ever-changing field with digital design technology at the forefront as the industry tries to figure out what to do with the practice of artificial intelligence. As Bill Brewer, Uncsa’s co-director of the Costume Design & Technology program, notes, “We believe that because we tell stories about the human condition, our industry will continue to rely on the artistry of humans.” Scad is also addressing AI, with workshops...
- 2/24/2024
- by Cathy Whitlock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
For the aspiring costume designer who dreams of creating looks for film, television, theater and concert stages, the journey typically starts with the right school, where a host of considerations awaits. Classroom size, location, specialized classes, participation in theater programs, job placement, networking with alums and, most important, tuition are all part of the equation. As schools meet the demands and technology of an ever-changing entertainment landscape, nothing tops a good education.
To create its annual top 10 list of costume design schools, The Hollywood Reporter consulted with costume designers and academics, looking at the critical factors — including class size, reputation and alumni success — that help make each school unique.
California Institute of the Arts (CalArts)
Valencia, California
CalArts Mfa costume design student Yi-Lun Chien.
Perhaps co-founder Walt Disney summed it up best, having noted, “CalArts is the principal thinking I hope to leave when I move on to greener pastures.
To create its annual top 10 list of costume design schools, The Hollywood Reporter consulted with costume designers and academics, looking at the critical factors — including class size, reputation and alumni success — that help make each school unique.
California Institute of the Arts (CalArts)
Valencia, California
CalArts Mfa costume design student Yi-Lun Chien.
Perhaps co-founder Walt Disney summed it up best, having noted, “CalArts is the principal thinking I hope to leave when I move on to greener pastures.
- 2/26/2023
- by Cathy Whitlock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Despite stiff competition at the sixth annual Costume Designers Guild Awards from such superbly crafted films as Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl and Seabiscuit, it seemed the only person who could beat double-nominee Ngila Dickson was Ngila Dickson. Dickson took home a trophy for her work in both The Last Samurai and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, when the films tied in the excellence in film, period/fantasy category at the awards ceremonies Saturday night at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Durinda Wood was honored for contemporary film for her designs for A Mighty Wind -- beating out Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle, Kill Bill-Vol. 1 and Legally Blonde 2: Red, White and Blonde.
- 2/23/2004
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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